Control of Corruption

Evaluate how well a country manages the extent to which public power is exercised for private gain, including petty and grand forms of corruption and “capture” of the state by elites and private interests. This indicator is crucial for assessing the integrity and effectiveness of governance systems, directly impacting law enforcement, regulatory practices, and public trust in institutions.

Effective control of corruption is fundamental for environmental conservation. When corruption is minimized, it ensures that environmental policies and regulations are implemented as intended without being undermined by unlawful interests. This fosters the fair and efficient use of resources, proper enforcement of conservation laws, and equitable distribution of natural resource benefits, which are all vital for sustainable development. Conversely, high levels of corruption can lead to environmental degradation, as it might allow for illegal logging, poaching, and pollution to go unchecked. Thus, robust anti-corruption measures are essential to protect natural resources and ensure conservation efforts are successful and sustainable.

The higher the score, the better the country ranks for this parameter.

The table is sorted from the highest score to the lowest:

Source and Calculation

Latest values of each country’s worldwide governance indicators, ranging from -2.5 to 2.5, are sourced from the World Bank Group. A maximum score is awarded to a country that has scored 2.5 on its control of corruption indicator.

*Different sources offer varying data, as datasets may be subject to changes due to recent updates and revisions.